$1,370,000
SOLD AUG 4, 2025

1709 S Bay Shore Dr Milton, DE 19968

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,853 Sq Ft
0.33 Acres

Recently Sold

$739 Per Sq Ft

14% Below List Price

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Boathouse
  • 40 Feet of Waterfront
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • H.O. Brittingham Elementary School Rated A-
  • 1 Dock Slip
  • Panoramic View

About This Home

As of August 2025

UNMATCHED TRANQUILITY MEETS MODERN CONVENIENCE MEETS INCREDIBLE STYLE! THE PERFECT BEACH RETREAT!

Discover your dream home nestled between the beautiful Delaware Bay and the awe-inspiring Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. This enchanting paradise boasts an expansive dock and a charming boathouse, perfect for all your boating adventures. Meticulously custom designed, the award-winning landscaping creates an unparalleled wildlife utopia, offering a truly unique and captivating environment. Unwind by the fire pit, surrounded by large quarry boulders serving as seating that has been carved out of nature. From this cozy vantage point, you will most definitely embrace the beauty and tranquility this idyllic sanctuary delivers. And that is all before you even get inside the house!

Upon entering the home, you'll be struck by the abundance of natural light and sense of air that floods the space, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere. From the moment you step inside, all your day's troubles will simply disappear. Every room in the home offers stunning views of the water and Refuge. Four spacious outdoor porches - each uniquely designed - envelopes and invites you to sit and savor the beautiful sounds of nature. The two-story great room showcases the built-in bookcases and a gas fireplace and seamlessly flows into the kitchen and dining area. Your galley kitchen features a commercial Viking range grotto, ideal for entertaining and crafting culinary delights, and also includes a spacious granite island that offers ample seating, creating a blend of comfort and functionality. The main level also includes a spacious laundry/work room, a full bath, a guest bedroom and a second space (with deck access) currently used as a TV/family room space. French doors lead to the third-floor expansive primary suite, featuring a gorgeous & spacious bathroom complete with a luxurious soaking tub and oversized walk-in shower. In addition, there are 2 walk-in closets and a kitchenette that provides the convenience for your morning coffee or refreshing beverage before relaxing on your upper deck to take in an ever-changing vista, with views that are simply breathtaking! On the ground level, you will find plenty of storage and dedicated space to cater to all your boating, birding, fishing or outdoor needs, inclusive of a generous area for parking 2 vehicles. A versatile room can be transformed into a crafting room or a workshop, offering endless possibilities for your creative needs. This exceptional and unparalleled property is located on Broadkill Beach in the charming fishing town of "Beach Plum". Broadkill Beach is set apart from other beach communities, with almost zero traffic - which is not standard in other beach towns. It's like being in a private beach community - especially on the South end. The public beach paths are not marked with signage, so beach access is only known to the residents in each block. You will find yourself on the beach...and the only footprints you will see are your own! To truly appreciate its splendor, you'll want to experience this property in person. Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lee Ann Wilkinson

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty License #RA-0002064 Listed on: 06/10/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

MARIYA OLDFATHER GROUP

Compass

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,767

Year Built

  • Built in 2013

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100.00 x 164.00
  • 40 Feet of Waterfront
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Landscaped
  • Property is zoned GR

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Woods
  • Canal

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Piling Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • HardiePlank Type
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Two Story Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Wine Rack

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • Boathouse
  • 1 Dock Slip
  • Physical Dock Slip Conveys
  • Multiple Balconies
  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Water Fountains
  • Porch

Location

  • Flood Risk

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Mound Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot A1
  • Assessor Parcel Number 235-10.06-26.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,767

Year Built

Built in 2013

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Contemporary
  • Sussex De Quadrants: East of Rt 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 2013
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: UNMATCHED TRANQUILITY MEETS MODERN CONVENIENCE MEETS INCREDIBLE STYLE! THE PERFECT BEACH RETREAT! Discover your dream home nestled between the beautiful Delaware Bay and the awe-inspiring Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. This enchanting paradise boasts an expansive dock and a charming boathouse, perfect for all your boating adventures. Meticulously custom designed, the award-winning landscaping creates an unparalleled wildlife utopia, offering a truly unique and captivating environment. Unwind by the fire pit, surrounded by large quarry boulders serving as seating that has been carved out of nature. From this cozy vantage point, you will most definitely embrace the beauty and tranquility this idyllic sanctuary delivers. And that is all before you even get inside the house! Upon entering the home, you'll be struck by the abundance of natural light and sense of air that floods the space, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere. From the moment you step inside, all your day's troubles will simply disappear. Every room in the home offers stunning views of the water and Refuge. Four spacious outdoor porches - each uniquely designed - envelopes and invites you to sit and savor the beautiful sounds of nature. The two-story great room showcases the built-in bookcases and a gas fireplace and seamlessly flows into the kitchen and dining area. Your galley kitchen features a commercial Viking range grotto, ideal for entertaining and crafting culinary delights, and also includes a spacious granite island that offers ample seating, creating a blend of comfort and functionality. The main level also includes a spacious laundry/work room, a full bath, a guest bedroom and a second space (with deck access) currently used as a TV/family room space. French doors lead to the third-floor expansive primary suite, featuring a gorgeous & spacious bathroom complete with a luxurious soaking tub and oversized walk-in shower. In addition, there are 2 walk-in closets and a kitchenette that provides the convenience for your morning coffee or refreshing beverage before relaxing on your upper deck to take in an ever-changing vista, with views that are simply breathtaking! On the ground level, you will find plenty of storage and dedicated space to cater to all your boating, birding, fishing or outdoor needs, inclusive of a generous area for parking 2 vehicles. A versatile room can be transformed into a crafting room or a workshop, offering endless possibilities for your creative needs. This exceptional and unparalleled property is located on Broadkill Beach in the charming fishing town of "Beach Plum". Broadkill Beach is set apart from other beach communities, with almost zero traffic - which is not standard in other beach towns. It's like being in a private beach community - especially on the South end. The public beach paths are not marked with signage, so beach access is only known to the residents in each block. You will find yourself on the beach…and the only footprints you will see are your own! To truly appreciate its splendor, you'll want to experience this property in person. Schedule your showing today!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wine Storage
  • Window Features: Screens, Storm
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, 2 Story Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Pilings
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 3593
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1853
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 863.41
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1853
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1740
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1740
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1709

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Boat House
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built, Hardiplank Type
  • Exterior Features: Outside Shower, Water Fountains
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Water, Trees/Woods, Panoramic, Canal
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 40

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Covered Parking, Oversized, Basement Garage, Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Zoned
  • Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Propane
  • Sewer/Septic System: Mound System
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: CAPE HENLOPEN
  • School District Key: 300200396895
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Land Use Code: 999
  • Lot Features: Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.33
  • Lot Dimensions: 100.00 x 164.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 14375.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Deck(s), Porch(es), Screened
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: GR
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 1607.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1767.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 235-10.06-26.00
  • Tax Lot: A1
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 888
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 08/04/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 10, 2025
Closed on
Aug 4, 2025
Sold by
Valenzuela Eliseo and Valenzuela Cheryl
Bought by
Weller Scott and Weller Courtenay
Seller's Agent
Lee Ann Wilkinson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Buyer's Agent
MARIYA OLDFATHER GROUP
Compass
List Price
$1,599,900
Sold Price
$1,370,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$229,900
-14.37%
Views
28

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
354.24%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Outstanding Balance
$800,000
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$746,333

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2011
Bought by
Valenzuela Eliseo and Valenzuela Cheryl Valenzue
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,370,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $460,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $800,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $205,354 New Conventional
Previous Owner $500,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $600,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $75,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Sold $1,370,000 -14.4% $739 / Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2025 06/10/25 For Sale $1,599,900 -- $863 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,767 $35,850 $2,400 $33,450
2023 $1,765 $35,850 $2,400 $33,450
2022 $1,704 $35,850 $2,400 $33,450
2021 $1,688 $35,850 $2,400 $33,450
2020 $1,683 $35,850 $2,400 $33,450
2019 $1,686 $35,850 $2,400 $33,450
2018 $1,574 $35,850 $0 $0
2017 $1,508 $35,850 $0 $0
2016 $1,432 $35,850 $0 $0
2015 $1,368 $35,850 $0 $0
2014 $1,358 $35,850 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2087654

Bright MLS

APN: 235-10.06-26.00